The Trek Fuel is a staple of the trail bike sector, and has been for a fair few years. But the technology, terminology, and ultimately the definition of what constitutes a trail bike is constantly evolving. And thus, the new Trek Fuel reflects this and has evolved, too… Into three bikes. 2023 Trek Fuel EX offers more … Read more
Mid-power or full-power, not every e-mountain bike is the same, especially when brands are constantly pushing the boundaries when it comes to torque and maximum output. That alone presents a serious problem for e-MTB racing, and today, the UCI has introduced a new approval process to keep e-bike racing fair. New firmware boosts DJI’s Avinox motor … Read more
Known for his successful stint at Mercedes, F1 star Valtteri Bottas has also been a long-term ambassador with Canyon. Often sharing his gravel escapades on his social media channels, it’s clear that gravel’s his new game, and to celebrate his racing number, 77, Canyon has put together a rather special Grail. Bike check: Valtteri Bottas’ … Read more
Tailfin continues to expand its range of bikepacking bags, with the latest addition being a rear top-tube bag designed to maximise easy-access storage on the move. Offering a secure fit and an impressively smooth zip, it’s a pack that proves exceptionally user-friendly while riding. Apidura Expedition Top Tube Pack review Restrap Short Race top tube … Read more
Designed to significantly extend the life of hot melt chain wax, with claims of lasting up to 750km in ideal conditions, this product promises impressive performance. But can it hold up to the demands of UK mountain biking, where wet, muddy trails are the norm rather than the exception? Silca Secret Chain Blend – Hot … Read more
Now available with an alloy frame, the Canyon Spectral AL 6 takes all of the good stuff of its carbon counterpart but with none of the fluff. With that, I reckon that thanks to the lively, rowdy, and somewhat unpredictable characteristics of the alloy frame, Canyon has made its staple trail bike a lot more … Read more
Tracy Moseley needs absolutely no introduction. A mainstay on the race scene in 1997, she has achieved huge success amongst the downhill and enduro circuits. More recently, she’s turned her hand to e-mountain bike racing, where she’s proved that she’s still a force to be reckoned with. We caught up with her at Ard Rock to chat over … Read more
Smith Optics has a great lineup when it comes to performance glasses. The Motive is a half-frame model and the only oversized model in the range that doesn’t use a one-piece lens. These large lenses offer unrestricted peripheral vision and feature Smith’s ChromaPop colour enhancement technology, which enhances clarity. They’re compatible with most helmets and … Read more
A staple in every press release for a new wheelset is the word ‘compliance’, and how brands aim to build their wheels compliant and comfortable. Allowing something that’s under constant tension to bend means that when it does bend, it should explode, right? I caught up with Hunt’s wheel engineers, Oli Mant and Paddy Brown, … Read more
Sitting at the top of Hunt’s wheel range, the Proven Race XC UD Carbon Spoke is a high-performance wheelset built with carbon rims and spokes to deliver low weight and maximum stiffness. On paper, the numbers are impressive, but it’s out on the race course where they truly shine. From demanding overseas adventures to the … Read more
